Coterminal M.A. Program

Our Coterminal Master's Program develops students' knowledge of linguistics, preparing them for a professional career or doctoral study in linguistics or related disciplines. 

This is achieved through completion of courses, including coursework in an area of specialization within the field, and experience with independent research in Linguistics.

For a complete list of program requirements, please see the Stanford Bulletin.

The department only accepts undergraduate students who are already enrolled at Stanford for the Coterminal M.A. degree.

Matriculated Undergraduate Applicants

The Department of Linguistics admits a limited number of Stanford undergraduates to the co-terminal M.A. degree program. Students must submit an application consisting of all required University forms, a statement of purpose identifying a thesis topic, a Stanford transcript, three letters of recommendation (at least one of which must be from a faculty member in Linguistics), a master's program proposal (a proposed course of study, worked out in advance with a Linguistics adviser), and the name of an advisor within the Department of Linguistics using the online application system Applyweb.  Please see University Guidelines for additional information.

Deadline

The deadline for applications is January 23, 2024. Submit all materials through the online application system.